At today's hearing of the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors, consideration will be given to eliminating the Board of Zoning Adjustments and creating the position of Zoning Administrator. The change is prompted by efforts to streamline the project review process and land use authority for... Continue
Many people have been asking how to wisely navigate during this Year of the Wood Snake. So, let’s take a brief look at what traditional Chinese Astrology, Chinese medicine and the Laws of Nature have to teach us regarding this year, supporting our good health... Continue
My last dream of the night, the early morning actually, is usually quite intense and often memorable. So it was recently. In my dream I found myself in a semi-industrial space chatting with two friendly fellows. I was drawn to their animated and boisterous energy... Continue
Hate is a learned behavior, not merely an emotion. It arises from fear but can be unlearned through education, empathy, and meaningful conversations that promote understanding Continue
The City of Sonoma is exploring the possibility of expanding cemetery services to include designated areas for pet burials, and has initiated a survey to determine the level of pubic interest. Among the questions the city would like answered are: Would you find this service... Continue
Endangered spotted owls soared into the national news and tree sitters claimed the Headwaters Forest along California’s North Coast during the timber wars of the 1990s. A group of Sonoma Valley residents were among the crowds that made the trek to march in Ft. Bragg... Continue
Does anybody else crave a lift after this long winter? The election season, the rains and treacherous fires in L.A., have left me longing for some fun. I yearn for the clever Mad Magazine days. Some of you might recall Alfred E. Newman on the... Continue
RFK Jr. promptly cancels vaccine advisory meeting, pulls flu shot campaign. Kennedy is reportedly planning to remove agency vaccine advisers, too Continue
A community information meeting to discuss the SAFE Report will be held February 24, at 6:30 p.m. at Altimira Middle School, 17805 Arnold Drive, Sonoma. The following questions and answers about the SAFE report and its conclusions have been provided by VOTMA: Q: What are... Continue
Dharma: “We’ve been brought here for a very short time, against our will, and we don’t know why.” I love that line. But what is the point of our birth, life and death? Why are we here? What is our purpose? These thoughts keep some... Continue